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AC/DC switching and

protection devices

Protecting, Switching and Disconnecting

in Photovoltaic Systems.

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Photovoltaic switchgear.

From small houses to large-scale systems.

Actively shape the future with safe photovoltaic systems.

Photovoltaic power plants convert sunlight directly into electrical energy. Photovoltaic cells are used for this purpose. Photovoltaic power is a renewable energy source which is used primarily in domestic and public buildings as well as open spaces. A differentiation is made between grid-inde-pendent systems and systems coupled to the power grid. Power grid coupled photovoltaic systems feed the generated power directly into the electrical grid. There is no need for sophisticated interme-diate storage. A system of this type consists of photovoltaic cells, one or more inverters and switch-gear for operation, maintenance and protection in the event of a fault. This is why photovoltaic systems coupled to the grid require very reliable and safe individual components.

Reliable grid disconnection devices

Inverters convert the DC current from the photovoltaic cells to AC current. The frequency and voltage characteristics are adapted to those of the public power grid. Reliable protection and main switches ensure safe operation. Moeller offers the right solutions here: For integrated or external mains switches, for manual or automated operation on the DC current as well as on the AC current levels.

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DC switch disconnectors

The VDE 0100-712 (June 2006) standard stipulates the use of a switch-disconnector between the photovoltaic module and the inverter. Moeller provides enclosed and open switch-disconnec-tors for voltages up to 1000 V DC. They can be used to establish separate switching points as demanded by the VDI standard VDI 6012, so that for example, a defective inverter can be safely disconnected.

All switch-disconnectors switch on two poles and are thus suit-able for unearthed systems. And all switches are of course certi-fied by the TÜV.

DC string circuit-breaker

In addition to fuses protection of photovoltaic modules is pro-vided by string circuit-breakers. String circuit-breakers protect photovoltaic modules from fault currents. For example, in large systems they prevent regeneration from intact modules to mod-ules with a short-circuit. Their advantage over fuses is that they are immediately ready for use after a trip, and when the cause of the trip has been remedied.

Moeller offers both fuse-switch disconnectors as well as string circuit-breakers. String circuit-breakers are not enclosed and intended for installation in customized generator connection enclosures. They can be combined when necessary with other components such as side-by-side terminals or overvoltage pro-tection devices. The trip currents for the string circuit-breaker can be set over a wide range.

Moeller offers comprehensive protection for photovoltaic systems

Minute currents from photovoltaic or solar cells can be combined in photovoltaic systems to ever larger currents. All current magnitudes need to be isolated, protected and switched. The switchgear needs to be enclosed both in sections and in large switchboards. Moeller offers a comprehensive range of switchgear, enclosures and switchboards for all these appli-cations, ranging from building services right up to the large photovoltaic systems.

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Safe disconnection and

protection of solar panels.

DC switch disconnectors

DC string circuit-breaker

Compact disconnectors for inverters

Moeller offers both enclosed and open switch-disconnectors. Open switch-disconnectors P-SOL are intended for customized enclosures or inverters. They are attached on 35 mm top-hat rails; their terminations facilitate connection of all conventional conductor types. Separate rotary handles and shaft extensions enable flexible installation. An auxiliary contact block for indica-tion of the switch state can be attached. A shunt release module is available for remote tripping.

Perfectly enclosed for outdoor installation

Switch-disconnectors SOL in enclosures are ready to install. Connection variants for 2 and 4, or 4 and 8 strings as well as for the most commonly available connector types such as MC3, MC4 or metric cable glands, ensure problem-free integration in different system concepts. The enclosure is implemented to degree of protection IP65 and thus facilitates outdoor installation. Locking capabilities offer protection during service. A pressure equalization element prevents collection of condensation and thus malfunctions due to flash-overs.

String circuit-breaker with remote de-energization

String circuit-breakers PKZ-SOL are the fuseless alternative for the protection of photovoltaic modules against short-circuit. With their variable trip range that can be optimally adjusted to the actual short-circuit current of a string. A thermal release triggers at 1.05 … 1.3 fold current and the magnetic release at 6-fold current.Using the optional shunt release A-PKZ0, remote switching, for example, for the fire brigade is possible. The easy to fit auxiliary switch NHI-E-PKZ0 provides switch state information.

Disconnector with integrated short-circuit protection

The fuse-switch disconnector C10-FD for cylindrical fuse cartridges Z-C 10/SE .. PV of fuse size 10 x 38, protects photo-voltaic modules against short-circuit currents. At the same time measurements can be made on the connected modules at the disconnection point.

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High level of flexibility through comprehensive accessory range

Switch-disconnectors N in the special version for up to 1000 V DC can be used on 1- or 2-poles. The comply with the isolation prop-erties even for earthed IT networks. Accessories, such as connec-tion terminals and door coupling rotary handles enable individual installation in the most varied of distribution systems. Auxiliary switches, voltage releases and remote operators facilitate signal-ling and automation.

Safely master short-circuit currents up to 70 kA

Circuit-breakers NZM with thermo-magnetic overload and short-circuit release are used for the protection of DC systems. They can safely switch off up to 750 V at short-circuit currents of up to 70,000 A. A complete range of accessories is provided just as with the switch-disconnector N.

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Moeller switchgear for control, switching and

protection of photovoltaic systems.

AC switchgear for systems

Contactors DIL: Efficient motor switching.

Moeller contactors are the first choice when remote switching of motors and other loads is required. High levels of reliability, proven range of accessories and user-friendly terminations are just a few features of Moeller contactors. Low power consumption DC and AC magnetic drives and double box terminals to safely wire different conductor cross-sections are just two examples of these features. Seven sizes cover the power range up to 2600 A. Moeller also offers 4-pole contactors up to 800 A.

The clever control relay

The proven easy500, easy700 and easy800 control relays come with a full range of technical resources to implement control function applications in photovoltaic systems. Such as the control of solar panels relative to the position of the sun. These control relays are a universal system with common software and opera-tion. A host of different device versions with various functions, voltage types, expansion and networking options are available for implementing the right solution.

Circuit-breakers NZM

Four switches with switching performance overlaps, from the attractively-priced 25 kA for small distribution boards ranging up to 150 kA switching performance for complex high-energy sys-tems, present a comprehensive range for energy distribution applications in the photovoltaic field up to 1600 A. Continuity with the same function, mounting and handling for switches and accessories are features of the new series in a compact design. The comprehensive range of accessories leaves no requirement unfulfilled.

CI insulated enclosure

The weather-proof CI enclosures with enhanced degree of protec-tion IP 65 are ideal for outdoor installation. Several strings are compiled and protected with individual fuses in a generator con-nection enclosure.

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xEnergy energy distribution systems

The new xEnergy switchgear system is designed to ensure that your photovoltaic-related projects are efficiently designed from the planning phase right up to the construction and assembly phases. Ideal prerequisites for building services infrastructure up to 4000 A. Type-tested components combine to a technical and economical unit consisting of switchgear, mounting systems, enclosures as well as the tools/service. The new system is designed as a modular system and can be intelligently combined. Not only do you save time, but money and space as well. You also put your trust in certified safety from Moeller.

Xpole

Xpole circuit-breakers offer your customers maximum protection. The products of the Xpole series combine all the function, mount-ing and safety benefits. They can be quickly and easily installed. Intelligent construction design solutions which exclude any mounting errors guarantee high levels of safety during installa-tion. The devices guarantee the end users not only protection for personnel (residual-current circuit-breaker) but also protection of the electrical system (overvoltage protection switch, miniature cir-cuit-breaker). The product range is rounded off by a comprehen-sive range of intelligent switchgear such as remote switches, reset devices, etc.

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Miniature circuit-breakers

Whether its plug-in terminals or screw connections. Moeller has the right circuit-breakers for domestic as well as for industrial applications. A comprehensive range of accessories such as auxil-iary switches, shunt releases, reset devices and clever busbar solu-tions facilitate a host of applications and automation solutions.

Residual current circuit-breakers

The comprehensive Moeller residual current circuit-breaker series enables - depending on the application – optimum fault current protection or even personnel protection in an electrical system. Surge current protected designs prevent unwanted shutdown and selective types facilitate discriminative shutdown of the defective system section.

Comfort, safety and energy management – wireless house automation from Moeller

Automation tasks such as illumination management, shading control, monitoring and warning of dangers as well as energy efficient control concepts for heating, ventilation and air-condi-tioning are easy with Moeller products, and simple to implement.

Distribution boards

From service distribution boards, to the meter cabinet, to the energy distribution and the data network cabinet, Moeller offers a fully comprehensive product range. Thus all of your applications can be covered for the infrastructure in domestic, purpose-built and industrial energy distribution applications.

Safety and comfort for the building.

AC switchgear for buildings

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Surge protection devices

Dangers to electrical systems by lightning and overvoltage’s are made safe by Moeller surge protection devices. The compre-hensive product range offers protection to the end user. Easily fitted auxiliary switches facilitate monitoring of the functionality of the surge protection device.

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Technical data

DC switch disconnectorsConstruction design open enclosed

Rated operationalcurrent Ie at DC21A (A)

20 30 63 20 30

Rated operationalvoltage Ue (VDC)

1000 in enclosures with protection class II

1000

Number of poles 2 2

Type designation P-SOL20 P-SOL30 P-SOL60 SOL20/2MC3

SOL20/4MC3

SOL20/2MC4

SOL20/4MC4

SOL20/2MV

SOL30/2MC3

SOL30/4MC3

SOL30/2MC4

Part no. 120934 120935 120936 120913 120914 120915 120916 120919 120920 120921 120922

DC inputs

Number of strings - 2 4 2 4 2 2 4 2

Connection type - MC3 MC3 MC4 MC4 M12 MC3 MC3 MC4

DC outputs

Poles - 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

Connection type - MC3 MC3 MC4 MC4 M16 MC3 MC3 MC4

Dimensions

Width (mm) 58,2 55 100

Height (mm) 92,4 140 214

Depth (mm) 75,3 160 130,5

DC (string) circuit-breakerConstruction design open - open

Rated current In (A) 20 6 8 10 16 20 12

Rated operational voltage Ue (VDC) 1000 in enclosures with protection class II 900 with fuse-switch disconnector CD-FD

Number of poles 1 2 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 2

Type designation C10-FD/20/1

C10-FD/20/2

C10-FD/20/1-L

C10-FD/20/2-L

Z-C10/SE-6A/PV

Z-C10/SE-8A/PV

Z-C10/SE-10A/PV

Z-C10/SE-16A/PV

Z-C10/SE-20A/PV

PKZ-SOL12

Part no. 119024 119025 119026 119027 122009 122070 122071 122072 122073 120937

Fuse size 10 x 38 to IEC 60269, UL284-4 10 x 38 to IEC 60269, UL284-4 -

Overload release - - - - I-t characteristic for photovoltaic application

Short-circuit current trip

Dimensions

Width (mm) 17.5 35.6 17.5 35.6 10.3 10.3 10.3 10.3 10.3 58.2

Height (mm) 83.3 83.3 83.3 83.3 38 38 38 38 38 92.4

Depth (mm) 64 64 64 64 10.3 10.3 10.3 10.3 10.3 75.3

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open

63 160 200 320 450 800 1000 1250 1400

1000

2

SOL30/4MC4

SOL30/2MV

SOL60/4MC3

SOL60/8MC3

SOL60/4MC4

SOL60/8MC4

SOL60/4MV

N2-4-160-S1-DC

N2-4-200-S1-DC

N3-4-320-S1-DC

N3-4-450-S1-DC

N4-4-800-S1-DC

N4-4-1000-S1-DC

N4-4-1250-S1-DC

N4-4-1400-S1-DC

120923 120926 120927 120928 120929 120930 120933 127732 127733 127734 127735 119890 119891 119886 119887

4 2 4 8 4 8 4 -

MC4 M12 MC3 MC3 MC4 MC4 M12 -

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 -

MC4 M16 M20 M20 M20 M20 M20 -

160 140 185 280

300 184 275 401 (613 incl. connection kit 1400A 65°C)

215 149 166 207

open

20 30 40 50 63 80 100 125 160 200 250 320 400 500

1000 in enclosures with protection class II 500 750

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PKZ-SOL20

PKZ-SOL30

PKZ-SOL40

PKZ-SOL50

PKZ-SOL60

NZMN1-A80

NZMN1-A100

NZMN1-A125

NZMN2-A160

NZMN2-A200

NZMN2-A250

NZMN3-A320

NZMN3-A400

NZMN3-A500

120938 120939 120940 120941 120942 259084 259085 259086 259092 259093 259094 109669 109670 109671

- - - - - - - - - - - - - -

1.05 … 1.3 x In 1.05 … 1.3 x In6 x In 6 … 10 x In

55 90 105 140

140 145 184 275

160 84.5 149 166

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